Description
Easter Blossom Cookies are delightful sugar cookies rolled in pastel sanding sugar and topped with chocolate candy kisses, perfect for festive holiday baking. These soft, buttery treats combine a simple dough base with a charming chocolate center, making them a favorite for Easter celebrations and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Coating and Topping
- Pastel-colored sanding sugar for rolling
- 24 chocolate candy kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which ensures a tender texture for the cookies.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined to incorporate moisture and flavor into the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a soft dough forms without overworking it to keep the cookies tender.
- Shape and Roll: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Roll each dough ball in pastel-colored sanding sugar to add sparkle and a sweet crunch to the cookie exterior.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart to allow spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cookie edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Add Chocolate Kiss: Immediately upon removing from the oven, press one chocolate candy kiss into the center of each cookie to create the blossom effect and add rich chocolate flavor.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 20 minutes if it becomes too soft to handle, which makes shaping easier.
- You can substitute the chocolate candy kisses with different flavored chocolates for variety.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness and texture.
